• European biocontrol industry proposes new EU regulatory framework

  November 28, 2018

  example of this is the repeal of the resolution for low risk PPP. Despite all parties within the European Parliament supporting the development of a separate [...] innovative plant protection for modern agriculture are a vital tool in the EU’s work to support farmers and effectively implement the Sustainable Use of Pesticides [...] foresees a centralized procedure under the direction of the proposed regulatory body with the participation of the member EU states, and that this should be

• Mycotal Brochure

  different modes of action: • Mechanical obstruction of respiratory tubes • Exhaustion of reserves and a disruption of organ functioning • Production of specific [...] ns at the first sign of pest infestation 20 3. Use an appropriate amount of water to ensure a good wetting of the leaves, pH of spray solution should [...] and development of Akanthomyces muscarius are temperatures between 15 and 28°C and a relative humidity of 70% or above. The microclimate of the laminar layer

• Limonica strong contender against persistent thrips

  September 15, 2025

  ( Amblydromalus limonicus ) is a predatory mite that feeds on a wide range of pests, including thrips (both first and second instar larvae), whitefly eggs [...] limonicus egg laying and predation capacity on S. dorsalis larvae Key advantages of Limonica Effective at a broad temperature range, allowing winter and summer [...] early and exert pressure on thrips populations before they peak. The potential of Limonica against other thrips Although most data currently focuses on T.

• Manual Growing lights

  1). Figure 2.1 Take into account the angle of the sun and the presence of a sidewall screen for placement of hives. To make sure bumblebees only fly around [...] Watt/m2 PAR-light or 56 Watt/m2 sunlight at the location of the hive. Depending on the type of greenhouse, this resembles about 60-70 Watt/m2 sunlight outside [...] entrance of the hive to help the bumblebees find their way back to their own hive. Tests showed that the blue door led to 12% more direct entries of bumblebees

• A Growing Success at Welgro Produce

  January 13, 2022

  in need of modernisation, the three growers have demonstrated that they certainly have the know-how when it comes to growing a quality crop of cucumbers [...] recent episode of the RTE 1 television series ‘Ear to the Ground’ aired on Thursday 18 th November. During the RTE coverage David explained some of the technical [...] at Welgro Produce in County Dublin. They are determined to make a success of their investment in a business environment which can be challenging and often

• Spidex Vital® sets new standards in spider control

  May 12, 2021

  a great example of this,” commented David Foster, General Manager for Koppert UK. New innovative rearing system The ultimate outcome of the Spidex Vital [...] Vital ® project was the birth of a new P. persimilis product, but fundamental to this outcome, was the development of a completely new and innovative P. persimilis [...] rearing method is centred on the use of an undisclosed artificial diet, which significantly increases the rearing capacity of P. persimilis . “This is a modern

• Hunting season starts early with Anso-Mite

  February 18, 2021

  on in UK Regulations in the UK have severely limited the introduction of some of Koppert’s biocontrol solutions for some time. ‘Up until this year, we [...] that is active at lower temperatures at the beginning and towards the end of the growing season. A strong egg laying capacity under cool spring conditions [...] conditions when other mites would struggle. I am sure that with the addition of A. andersoni , a more robust control program can be achieved, especially in